CANNAHEALTH An Overview of Cannabis | Page 12

Strain

You have seen this word used often so what does it mean? Simply put it is the kind of plant being used. This can be easily equated to the type of dog or cat breed you prefer.

THC

The abbreviation for the scientific term Tetrahydrocannabinol. The most common or known cannabinoid in the cannabis plant. THC is great when used for lack of appetite. This is the cannabinoid responsible for the high feeling that comes from smoking cannabis. THC plays a large role in cancer cell death, appetite stimulation, and reduction of anxiety and neusea.

Tincture

This term you will see when looking at cannabis as a medicine. This term refers to the liquid form of cannabis typically made from alcohol or coconut oil extraction.

Knowing these terms and learning about the different strains and hybrids available will help you as a patient easily navigate your way through the countless articles online. Ultimately, it will make research simpler and finding what works best for you much easier.

1. How much to start with?

If you are fighting cancer the recommendation is to ingest 60 grams of oil made from an Indica strain high in THC over a 90 day period. For non life threatening illnesses you will want to start small. Getting your dose correct is a process and there is no specific amount, this is experimental to find what works for you. Always start small and increase doses slowly over time. Different strains will

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